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πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Seznam ZprΓ‘vy
National & Local

Ε koda opened a battery manufacturing plant. It is the largest within the VW group

Ε koda has inaugurated a new battery production facility, marking it as the largest within the Volkswagen Group.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:00 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

A young man driving a 'Golf' hit a woman crossing at a pedestrian crossing in Vilnius

A traffic accident in Vilnius involved a young man driving a VW Golf who struck a female pedestrian crossing the street.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:22 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
Crime & Justice

Incredible Circumstance Leading to Highway Accident: Both Mercedes and VW Drivers Charged

Two drivers, one in a Mercedes and the other in a Volkswagen, were involved in a highway accident in Lithuania while under the influence of alcohol.

Feb 23 β€’ 08:19 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
Crime & Justice

TauragΔ— woman warms up her VW before a trip: a thief took advantage of the car and comfort

A woman in TauragΔ— had her VW Jetta stolen while it was warmed up in a parking lot, prompting a police investigation into the theft.

Feb 20 β€’ 17:04 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

General strike in Argentina paralyzes factories of Stellantis, VW, Ford, Toyota, and Mercedes

A general strike in Argentina has disrupted production in various automotive factories as a protest against labor reforms proposed by President Javier Milei.

Feb 19 β€’ 20:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

UK's most fuel-efficient car named by experts - and it's not a VW, Audi, or Toyota Prius

Experts have identified the most fuel-efficient car in the UK, surpassing popular models like the Toyota Prius and several German brands.

Feb 18 β€’ 17:17 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Auto Industry: Explosive VW Cost-Cutting Round

Volkswagen is facing pressure to reduce costs despite a recent influx of six billion Euros, with management proposing a significant restructuring initiative that could affect employees amid bonuses for top executives.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:38 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ ERR
National & Local

VW wants to improve profitability and plans extensive cuts

Volkswagen's CEO Oliver Blume has announced a major cost-cutting program aimed at reducing expenses by 20% across all brands by 2028.

Feb 17 β€’ 13:22 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

In Vilnius, a car and two bicycles became victims of thieves

In Vilnius, Lithuania, police reported a car and two bicycles were stolen, leading to ongoing investigations into the incidents.

Feb 17 β€’ 08:59 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Unexpectedly High Cash Inflow: VW Works Council Demands Bonuses for All Salaried Employees

Volkswagen's works council has called for bonuses for all employees following an unexpectedly high cash inflow at the company.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:11 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

UK's most popular used car announced and it's not a VW, BMW, or Audi

The Ford Fiesta has been named the UK's most popular used car for 2025, surpassing competitors like the Vauxhall Corsa and Volkswagen Golf.

Feb 11 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Automotive Industry: VW Finds Six Billion Euros - Works Council Demands Bonus for Employees

Volkswagen unexpectedly revealed a six billion euro increase in its cash flow, prompting its works council to call for employee bonuses.

Feb 10 β€’ 21:32 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Discussion on Bonus Payments: VW Financial Chief Responds to Criticism

Volkswagen's financial chief addresses concerns over potential bonuses for executives following a surprising increase in the company's cash inflow to six billion euros.

Feb 10 β€’ 16:29 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Armament in the Time of Change: Should VW Soon Build Drones?

The article discusses the potential for Volkswagen to enter the military drone production market in light of increasing defense needs in Europe, particularly due to the war in Ukraine.

Feb 7 β€’ 10:59 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Armaments in Changing Times: Should VW Soon Build Drones?

The article discusses the potential for Volkswagen to enter military drone production in light of Europe's urgent need for drones amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Feb 7 β€’ 10:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
World

Stellantis and VW demand more from the EU

Leaders of Stellantis and Volkswagen are urging the EU for increased protection for the European automotive industry, advocating for a financial reward system for low emissions as a means to safeguard jobs and European companies amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Feb 5 β€’ 16:21 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
World

The VW group aspires to reclaim China

The German group announced plans to strengthen its presence in the Chinese market by producing locally up to 34 new car models by 2030, utilizing a new electronic architecture developed in partnership with local partner Xpeng.

Feb 5 β€’ 12:49 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

Best car ads: VW Polo GTI with 56,000 kilometers and extended warranty

The article highlights popular car listings, including a well-maintained VW Polo GTI with 56,000 kilometers and an extended warranty.

Feb 5 β€’ 10:30 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ AktuΓ‘lnΔ›.cz
Life & Tech

Buy a longer warranty, consider packages. We calculated the cost of servicing the VW Passat

The article discusses the financial aspects of servicing a Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI 4Motion, highlighting reasonable service costs but higher prices for spare parts.

Jan 15 β€’ 04:40 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
National & Local

Sales of Mercedes plummet - VW also suffers from US tariffs and weak business in China

Mercedes-Benz sales have dropped by nine percent due to high US tariffs and weak demand in China, impacting German automakers overall.

Jan 12 β€’ 14:30 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ taz
National & Local

Automotive Crisis in Saxony: VW in Search of the Future

Volkswagen faces significant challenges in Saxony despite advances in electric vehicle production, highlighting the ongoing automotive crisis in the region.

Jan 12 β€’ 13:49 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ABC
Life & Tech

Audi 100, the hidden birth of a winner

The article discusses the secret project that challenged Volkswagen, the vision of Ludwig Krauss, and the birth of the Audi 100 that changed the automotive industry.

Jan 10 β€’ 09:32 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
Life & Tech

VW ID. Polo from within – with doses of nostalgia

VW continues the gradual unveiling of the all-electric new Polo, revealing detailed imagery of its interior that aims to honor the model's long history while incorporating customer feedback.

Jan 7 β€’ 13:04 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
National & Local

VIDEO Brave firefighter from Bosnia and Herzegovina pulls car out of raging river

A remarkable firefighting rescue in Zvornik, Bosnia and Herzegovina, showcases a brave firefighter pulling a Volkswagen Golf from a swollen river amid dramatic conditions.

Jan 7 β€’ 07:29 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

VW ID. Polo receives physical buttons in a modern cabin, and a detail from the 'Polo' Golf

Volkswagen has unveiled the interior of the new electric ID. Polo, highlighting the return of physical buttons in response to user criticism.

Jan 4 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Various Models: Porsche and VW Recall Thousands of Cars in the USA

Porsche and Volkswagen are recalling thousands of vehicles in the USA due to potential safety issues.

Dec 31 β€’ 14:16 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Večernji List
Life & Tech

Do you know what this light is for? They call it the 'brain' of the car, especially to watch when it lights up in one color

The EPC light on the dashboard, often unknown, indicates issues with ignition and throttle functions and monitors various electronic safety systems in modern cars, particularly those from the Volkswagen group.

Dec 29 β€’ 10:00 UTC

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